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My favorite way to exercise is outside.
Heather Hazzan. Hair by Junya Nakashima. Makeup by Miriam Robstad.
Thats why running and hiking are two of my absolute favorite activities.
For both, and for any outdoor sport, really, having comfortable and weatherproof clothing is key.
The winners below are the items they loved so much that theyre still wearing them over and over again.
All of our winners are newreleased between October 2017 and September 2018.
We hope you find some great gear that suits your needs on this list.
And dont forget to check out the complete list of our 2018 SELF Fitness Award winnershere.
Why we love it:This tank was surprisingly really soft and comfortable.
It dried fairly quickly and I felt cool during my run.
Also, I love the back!
Our reviewers were also a little nervous at first, but the style quickly won them over.
The Nuu-Muu run dress proved me wrong.
Afterward, I even walked around doing errands as the dress was comfortable to wear all day.
The material is stretchy, lightweight, and breathable.
Why we love it:This jacket is very light and really warm.
Why we love it:I really like this jacket and plan to run with it often.
Its extremely light and breathable but is the perfect layer between me and the wind.
The thumbholes, high zip that covers my chin, and reflective features sweeten the deal.
The moisture-wicking material helps keep feet dry during sweaty workouts.
Why we love it:These are great if you like socks that are minimal.
The higher cut and compressive fit make it so they really dont budge.
Why we love it:These shoes really grip onto the ground, even when its wet.
I also like how cushioned they areit provides a great buffer between your feet and any uneven ground.
The sleeves zip off to convert this jacket into a vest.
Why we love it:It’s very nicely crafted and fits really well.
One thing these are not: bulky.
Why we love it:Water rolls right off!
Its pretty mesmerizing to watch.
Why we love it:This is super soft for a rash guard.
It comes with built-in support, a sporty racerback, and a chic mesh V-cut-out.
Perfect for everything from beach volleyball to working on your tan.
But it’s breathable and soft, doesnt feel cheap.
Why we love it:These were super easy to put on and to adjust to fit.
Square shape goggles are awesome to see everything.
I love the clear lenses so so much!
They have great arch support and can be pulled tighter or looser.
Added arch support makes them comfortable for everyday wear.
They still held my feet in and stayed comfy when soaking wet.
The thin adjustable strap makes it easy to wear around either your head or your neck.
Why we love it:This headlamp may be small, butdamnit is mighty!
It was super easy to put on my head and felt pretty comfortable.
I cannot stress how impressed I was with the three brightness levels.
It laces up high, so you’re able to get the ankle support you need.
They were so comfortable I could wear these for hours.
Why we love it:It was super easy to put on.
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